Encouraging Bible Verses

Let these encouraging bible verses give you encouragement, comfort and inspiration.
There is no better encouragement than from the Word of God. These verses from Scripture are
ones that are uplifting and offer hope.

Encouraging Bible Verses from the Old Testament
This is my command - be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.
Joshua 1:9 (NLT)Our thoughts on this verse:
It is far too easy to assume that God is not near you or with you when
there are times of anguish, problems or pain. The truth is, however,
that no matter what we are experiencing, no matter what we are dealing
with, God is with you. But, lean not on your own power to overcome
or to work through issues that seem daunting. First, draw close to
God in prayer and ask Him to walk with you, to counsel you, and to
give you the strength that you need.Quotes about God

For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord. "They are plans for good
and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope."
Jeremiah 29:11 (NLT)
Hope

But blessed are those who trust in the Lord and have made
the Lord their hope and confidence.
Jeremiah 17:7 (NLT)
Confidence

Encouraging Bible Verses from Psalms and Proverbs
The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need.
Psalm 23:1 (NLT)
Poems about Faith

Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid,
for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect
and comfort me.
Psalm 23:4 (NLT)
Courage Poem

God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble.
Psalm 46:1 (NLT)
Faith Quotes

I look up to the mountains - does my help come from there?
My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth!
Psalm 121:1-2 (NLT)
Prayer Poems

Don't put your confidence in powerful people; there is no help for you there.
Psalm 146:3 (NLT)
Our thoughts on this verse:
What help can a powerful person give you? Are you willing to put your confidence in a mere mortal? No person is any better than another; there are no favourites in the eyes of God. What may at times seem to be an earthly solution is never a solution that provides for eternal life. The only way, in fact the only assured way, is to put your confidence in the power of our Lord who died and was resurrected so that whoever believed in Him would be with Him throughout eternity.
Easter Quotes

Putting confidence in an unreliable person in times of trouble
is like chewing with a broken tooth or walking on a lame foot.
Proverbs 25:19 (NLT)
Trouble

Encouraging Bible Verses from the New Testament
So encourage each other and build each other up, just as you are already doing.
1 Thessalonians 5:11 (NLT)
Blessed

"Be careful! When you do good things, donít do them in front of people to be seen by them. If you do that, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven."
Matthew 6:1 (NCV)
Poems about God

Jesus looked at them intently and said, "Humanly speaking, it is impossible.
But with God everything is possible."
Matthew 19:26 (NLT)
Possibilities

What shall we say about such wonderful things as these? If God is for us,
who can ever be against us?
Romans 8:31 (NLT)
Inspirational Poems

"And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who
comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those
who earnestly seek him."
Hebrews 11:6 (NIV)
Inspirational Saying

"And hope does not put us to shame, because Godís love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us."
Romans 5:5 (NIV)
Quotes about God's Love

God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
Matthew 5:4 (NLT)
Grief

"And He is before all things, and in Him all things consist."
Colossians 1:17 (NKJV)
God's Grace

Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you.
1 Peter 5:7 (NLT)
Our thoughts on this verse:
One of the most devastating human emotions is that of worrying. Worry has never accomplished anything positive nor has it extended your life by one minute or changed the course of events. When a situation or issue is beyond your control or influence, worry can't change or alter anything. The truth is that one can overcome any of life's issues through God's help.
Through prayer give your worries to God for He loves you.
Prayer

Such things were written in the Scriptures long ago to teach us.
And the Scriptures give us hope and encouragement as we wait
patiently for God's promises to be fulfilled.
Romans 15:4 (NLT)
Patience

Don't love money; be satisfied with what you have.
For God has said, "I will never fail you. I will never abandon you."
Hebrews 13:5 (NLT)
Happy

That is why we never give up. Though our bodies are dying, our spirits are being renewed every day.
For our present troubles are small
and won't last very long. Yet they produce for us a glory that vastly
outweighs them and will last forever!
So we don't look at the troubles we can see now; rather,
we fix our gaze on things that cannot be seen.
For the things we see now will soon be gone, but the things
we cannot see will last forever.
2 Corinthians 4:16-18 (NLT)
Never Quit

"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His abundant mercy has begotten us again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead"
1 Peter 1:3 (NIV)
Easter Poems

Is there any encouragement from belonging to Christ?
Any comfort from his love? Any fellowship together in the Spirit?
Are your hearts tender and compassionate?
Philippians 2:1 (NLT)
Love

He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others.
When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same
comfort God has given us.
2 Corinthians 1:4 (NLT)
Our thoughts on this verse:
Have you ever received help, advice, counsel or friendship when you had to face difficulties? Whether we like to admit it or not, everyone of us has received some sort of help or aid somewhere or sometime in our life. Maybe it was the friend who stayed with us when we were unable to look after ourself; maybe it was the kindness of a person who loaned you a few dollars before pay day so you could buy food for your family; or, maybe it was a church member who stood by your side when disaster struck. In each case, God gave you the blessing of comfort, of friendship, of assistance. We are blessed with God's comfort through people who assist to the glory of God so that we can also bless and comfort people in need who are put in our path.
Compassion

God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation.
Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised
to those who love him.
And remember, when you are being tempted, do not say, "God is
tempting me." God is never tempted to do wrong, and he never
tempts anyone else.
Temptation comes from our own desires, which entice us and drag us away
James 1:12-14 (NLT)
Life

Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything.
Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done.
Then you will experience God's peace, which exceeds
anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts
and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:6-7 (NLT)
Experience

I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world."
John 16:33 (NLT)
Our thoughts on this verse:
To reflect on this passage is to understand that "peace" will not be the greatest part of our life here on earth without the inner peace that rests on our Lord. Even though we are in this world, we are not of this world. This means that we aren't at home; we only live on this earth but for a short time. Rejoice in the knowledge that our home is with Our Lord Jesus. Take solace and comfort in knowing that these trials and tribulations will be very short lived compared to eternity where there will be no more sorrow or tears.
Peace

If your gift is to encourage others, be encouraging.
If it is giving, give generously. If God has given you leadership ability,
take the responsibility seriously. And if you have a gift for showing
kindness to others, do it gladly.
Romans 12:8 (NLT)
Kindness

And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts
on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure,
and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent
and worthy of praise.
Philippians 4:8 (NLT)
Truth

And if God cares so wonderfully for wildflowers that are here today
and thrown into the fire tomorrow, he will certainly care for you.
Why do you have so little faith?
Matthew 6:30 (NLT)
Christian Poems

Now may our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father,
who loved us and by his grace gave us eternal comfort and a wonderful
hope, comfort you and strengthen you in every good thing you do and say.
2 Thessalonians 2:16-17 (NLT)
God's Grace

But let us who live in the light be clearheaded, protected by the armor of faith and love, and wearing as our helmet the confidence of our salvation.
1 Thessalonians 5:8
Jesus Poems

Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances,
for this is God's will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.
1 Thessalonians 5:16 - 18 (NLT)
Our thoughts on this verse:
This passage can often be misunderstood to mean that
we should be thankful "for" all circumstances. However, this would
be in error. The passage clearly says that we should be
thankful "in" all circumstances that we who believe have Christ
walking with us no matter what happens. Our assurance is that even
in circumstances that are difficult, we can affirm our belief and faith
knowing that any testing is for our own character development.
Thanksgiving

And we are confident that he hears us whenever we ask for anything
that pleases him.
And since we know he hears us when we make our requests,
we also know that he will give us what we ask for.
1 John 5:14-15 (NLT)
Prayers

So we can say with confidence, "The Lord is my helper, so I will have no fear. What can mere people do to me?"
Hebrews 13:6 (NLT)
Fear

And we know that God causes everything to work together for the
good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for
them.
Romans 8:28 (NLT)
Purpose

What is the price of five sparrows - two copper coins? Yet God does not
forget a single one of them. And the very hairs on your head are all numbered.
So don't be afraid; you are more valuable to God than a whole flock
of sparrows.
Luke 12:6-7 (NLT)
Hope Poem